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Immerse yourself in an extraordinary bush experience on the coastal floodplains of Australia’s Top End at Bamurru Plains. With exclusive access to 300 square kilometres of floodplains and savanna woodland on the Mary River, on the edge of Kakadu National Park, this luxury safari lodge is the place to see birds and wildlife in their natural habitat. Stay in one of just 10 rustic-chic bungalow tents and spend your days exploring the property with expert local guides. Exclusive experiences include airboat safaris, barramundi fishing, bird watching, Indigenous culture and history tours, 4WDing, quad biking and more.
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Bamurru Plains is three hours’ drive from Darwin, or take a scenic charter flight that only takes 30 minutes and flies over some of the most spectacular wetlands in the world.
Spacious and cool, each of the nine safari bungalows are built on stilts overlooking the floodplains frequented by a myriad of bird and animal life. Mesh screens serve as your walls on three sides allowing you to hear, see and almost touch the wildlife and wilderness around you. Features include a comfortable bed and a spacious ensuite bathroom with high pressure showers, with the décor reflecting the region’s earlier Indigenous, hunting and pastural history.
If you’re looking to really treat yourself, Bamurru Plains has one special bungalow: The Kingfisher Suite. The largest of all the bungalows, the suite ...
If you’re looking to really treat yourself, Bamurru Plains has one special bungalow: The Kingfisher Suite. The largest of all the bungalows, the suite features a king size bed, generous lounge area and space to accommodate a family of five in comfort. For honeymooners looking for a sense of privacy, the size of the suite allows for an intimate in-room candlelit dinner with only the sounds of the bush as company.
Situated in Australia’s Top End, in a wildlife-teeming area that’s home to the southern hemisphere’s highest concentration of saltwater crocodiles, Bamurru Plains is an upmarket safari lodge with real style. This unique concept brings a uniquely Australian style to your stay – a down to earth yet attentive level of service; an appreciation of the finer details; and above all a team of hosts and guides who are passionate about the area and its wildlife. Proudly without WIFI or even mobile phone reception, a stay here allows you to focus on nature’s stage show.
At Bamurru Plains, native and locally sourced produce are used to deliver a gourmet experience integrating authentic yet contemporary Australian recipes from kangaroo skewers to crispy Barramundi with finger lime salsa and quandong ice cream. Dining is enjoyed with fellow guests, where the day’s stories are recounted and new friends are made.
With over 300 square kilometres to explore, there are no shortage of things to do at Bamurru Plains. Throughout your stay, expert guides will show four distinct habitats – floodplains and wetlands full of magpie geese and big crocs; stunning melaleuca forests; savannah woodlands; and finally, a riverine environment where the silver flashes of fish will catch your eye. Experiences include airboat safaris, Barramundi fishing, bird watching, food safaris, Indigenous culture and history tours, open top safari drives, photo safaris, quad biking, river cruises, walking tours and more.
Contact Us to start planning your holiday to BAMURRU PLAINS or take a look at our itineraries to Kakadu & the Northern Territory in Australia.